🐴 Celebrating 50 Years of Pakenham Upper Riding Club 🐴
Founded in 1976, Pakenham Upper Riding Club continues to thrive as a welcoming and inclusive club for riders of all ages and disciplines.
The club holds a special place in Horse Riding Clubs Association of Victoria history, with founding HRCAV member Ian Streete helping establish the association in 1981 so riders could continue enjoying horses beyond Pony Club.
Nestled at the beautiful Huxtable Road Equestrian Reserve, PURC boasts exceptional facilities including a picturesque cross-country course catering from Level 5 through to Level 1, along with three all-weather sand arenas fully equipped with quality show jumps. These fantastic facilities provide members with year-round opportunities for training, competition, and fun.
Today, Pakenham Upper Riding Club proudly has around 65 members and holds two rallies each month – one on the 1st Friday and the other on the 3rd Sunday – featuring excellent coaches across a range of disciplines. These rallies help riders build confidence, develop skills, and create strong partnerships with their horses.
From trail riders and endurance enthusiasts to dressage, showjumping and eventing riders, there is something for everyone. The club also offers regular competitions, camps, and social events throughout the year.
Most importantly, PURC is known for its strong community spirit, supportive atmosphere, and lifelong friendships built through a shared love of horses.
Congratulations to Pakenham Upper Riding Club on 50 wonderful years, and here’s to many more to come! 💙
